The Present

Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment
– Buddha

As I think about this statement, I think about how it might apply when I am in different settings.

When I am at work, it will help me focus on the tasks that need to get completed.

When I am with family and friends, I will simply enjoy my time together with these special people.

Worry is eliminated. Worry is in the future. I do not live in the future. I live in the present.

When I am setting goals, one might say I am dreaming. During this time I am ok with being in the future. When my thoughts turn to worry, I simply bring myself back to the present.

When I am listening to music, I like to let my mind wander. I move from the past to the present to the future. If I worry, I come back to the present. If I dwell on difficult past emotions, I let these difficult emotions pass and slowly bring myself back to the present.